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Name	AC	CK
Chronic Pain	2	30
Anxiety Disorders	3	21
Pain	3	21
Anxiety	2	20
Birth: Labor & Delivery	2	20
Chemotherapy	2	20
Fatigue	2	20
Hemodialysis	2	20
Post-Cesarean Pain	2	20
Quality of Life: Poor	2	20
Stress	2	20
Cancer: Pain	2	11
Anxiety: Preoperative	1	10
Bone Marrow Transplantation	1	10
Breast Cancer	1	10
Cancers: All	1	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	1	10
Depression	1	10
Epilepsy	1	10
Fibromyalgia	1	10
Mental Fatigue	1	10
Osteoarthritis: Knee	1	10
Postoperative Recovery	1	10
Childhood Stress	1	3
Sleep Disorders	1	3

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The effect of reiki on pain: A meta-analysis.Apr 30, 2018

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Pubmed Data : Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2018 May ;31:384-387. Epub 2018 Mar 10. PMID: 29551623

Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2018

Study Type : Meta Analysis

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Diseases : Chronic Pain

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics

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Effects of reiki session excluding the variables responsible for the placebo effect on a group of adults. Oct 30, 2020

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Pubmed Data : Altern Ther Health Med. 2020 Oct 31. Epub 2020 Oct 31. PMID: 33128534

Article Published Date : Oct 30, 2020

Study Type : Human Study

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Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Evaluation of the impacts of reiki touch therapy on patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia.Apr 30, 2023

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Pubmed Data : Holist Nurs Pract. 2023 May-Jun 01;37(3):161-171. Epub 2022 Jan 31. PMID: 37070840

Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2023

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Fibromyalgia

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics

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Findings from this study confirm the positive and lingering effects of Reiki in women hospitalized for obstetrical and gynecological conditions. Jul 02, 2020

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Pubmed Data : J Holist Nurs. 2020 Jul 3:898010120936437. Epub 2020 Jul 3. PMID: 32618216

Article Published Date : Jul 02, 2020

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Birth: Labor & Delivery

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics

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Findings suggest Reiki provides symptom relief for individuals receiving hemodialysis.Aug 30, 2018

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Pubmed Data : J Holist Nurs. 2018 Aug 31:898010118797195. Epub 2018 Aug 31. PMID: 30170509

Article Published Date : Aug 30, 2018

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Hemodialysis

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Increased synchronization of the cerebral activity of the participant and the practitioner may be an important component of any subsequent beneficial effects.Jul 31, 2014

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Pubmed Data : J Altern Complement Med. 2014 Aug ;20(8):649-53. Epub 2014 Jun 26. PMID: 24967637

Article Published Date : Jul 31, 2014

Study Type : Human Study

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Therapeutic Actions : Massage/Therapeutic Touch, Reiki Therapy

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Massage and massage combined with Reiki has been shown to be effective in reducing the levels of stress and anxiety.Nov 27, 2016

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Pubmed Data : Rev Lat Am Enfermagem. 2016 Nov 28 ;24:e2834. Epub 2016 Nov 28. PMID: 27901219

Article Published Date : Nov 27, 2016

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Anxiety

Therapeutic Actions : Massage/Therapeutic Touch, Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Anxiety Agents

Additional Keywords : Anti-Anxiety Agents, Anxiety, Massage/Therapeutic Touch, Reiki Therapy, Stress

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Massage and reiki to reduce stress and improve quality of life.Dec 31, 2019

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Pubmed Data : Rev Esc Enferm USP. 2020 ;54:e03612. Epub 2020 Oct 12. PMID: 33053005

Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2019

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Stress

Therapeutic Actions : Massage/Therapeutic Touch, Reiki Therapy

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Reiki and companion groups reported improvements in quality of life and mood that were greater than those seen in the usual care group.Dec 31, 2014

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Pubmed Data : J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med. 2015 Jan ;20(1):20-7. Epub 2014 Nov 6. PMID: 25381189

Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2014

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Breast Cancer, Chemotherapy, Quality of Life: Poor

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Reiki application reduced the intensity of pain, the value of anxiety, and the breathing rate, as well as the need for and number of analgesics.May 31, 2015

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Pubmed Data : Pain Manag Nurs. 2015 Jun ;16(3):388-99. PMID: 26025798

Article Published Date : May 31, 2015

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Post-Cesarean Pain

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Antinoceceptive

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Reiki applied to the incision area after a cesarean operation had beneficial effects on pain and the need for the use of analgesics.Dec 31, 2015

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Pubmed Data : Holist Nurs Pract. 2016 Nov/Dec;30(6):368-378. PMID: 27763932

Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2015

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Post-Cesarean Pain

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics

Additional Keywords : Analgesics, Medication Reduction, Post-Cesarean Pain, Reiki Therapy

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Reiki given to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy could be beneficial for improving symptoms and well-being.Apr 30, 2016

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Pubmed Data : Holist Nurs Pract. 2016 May-Jun;30(3):174-82. PMID: 27078812

Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2016

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Chemotherapy, Quality of Life: Poor

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Reiki has therapeutic value superior to resting for treating cancer-related fatigue. Mar 01, 2007

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Pubmed Data : Integr Cancer Ther. 2007 Mar;6(1):25-35. PMID: 17351024

Article Published Date : Mar 01, 2007

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Fatigue

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Reiki is effective for pain control and enhancing the immune system response.Sep 18, 2024

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Pubmed Data : Pain Manag Nurs. 2024 Sep 19. Epub 2024 Sep 19. PMID: 39304481

Article Published Date : Sep 18, 2024

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Bone Marrow Transplantation

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Antinoceceptive , Immunomodulatory

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Reiki may be an effective component in the management of surgical patients postoperative pain.Jan 31, 2016

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Pubmed Data : Nursing. 2016 Feb ;46(2):17-23. PMID: 26760383

Article Published Date : Jan 31, 2016

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Pain, Postoperative Recovery

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Reiki may be beneficial to support traditional methods to manage pain and anxiety in children receiving palliative care.Feb 06, 2016

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Pubmed Data : Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2016 Feb 7. Epub 2016 Feb 7. PMID: 26858170

Article Published Date : Feb 06, 2016

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Anxiety Disorders, Cancer: Pain , Chronic Pain

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Reiki reduces the stress levels of caregivers, is effective in regulating blood pressure and pulse rate.Apr 30, 2021

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Pubmed Data : Complement Ther Med. 2021 May ;58:102708. Epub 2021 Mar 3. PMID: 33675935

Article Published Date : Apr 30, 2021

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Cancers: All

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Antihypertensive Agents

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Reiki was statistically significantly better than sham Reiki in reducing burnout among community mental health clinicians.Jul 31, 2015

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Pubmed Data : J Altern Complement Med. 2015 Aug ;21(8):489-95. Epub 2015 Jul 13. PMID: 26167739

Article Published Date : Jul 31, 2015

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Mental Fatigue

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Self-Reiki led to a significant reduction in stress levels from pre-study to post-study.Aug 31, 2015

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Pubmed Data : J Integr Med. 2015 Sep ;13(5):336-40. PMID: 26343105

Article Published Date : Aug 31, 2015

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Stress

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Additional Keywords : Significant Treatment Outcome

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Significant differences were observed between the experimental and treatment groups on measures of pain, depression, and anxietyJun 30, 2010

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Pubmed Data : Res Gerontol Nurs. 2010 Jul ;3(3):187-99. Epub 2010 Jun 30. PMID: 20635803

Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2010

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Pain

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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The effect of reiki intervention on fatigue and anxiety in hemodialysis patients..Dec 31, 2023

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Pubmed Data : Holist Nurs Pract. 2024 Jan-Feb 01;38(1):26-31. PMID: 37966988

Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2023

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Anxiety, Fatigue, Hemodialysis

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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The effect of reiki on pain, functional status, and holistic well-being in patients with knee osteoarthritis.Feb 29, 2024

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Pubmed Data : Orthop Nurs. 2024 Mar-Apr 01;43(2):109-118. PMID: 38546686

Article Published Date : Feb 29, 2024

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Osteoarthritis: Knee

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics

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The effects of Reiki application on sleep and quality of life in patients with epilepsy.Sep 30, 2024

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Pubmed Data : Epilepsy Behav. 2024 Oct ;159:109938. Epub 2024 Aug 8. PMID: 39121752

Article Published Date : Sep 30, 2024

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Epilepsy

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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The impact of Reiki practice on episiotomy recovery and perineal pain.Jul 30, 2024

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Pubmed Data : Afr J Reprod Health. 2024 Jul 31 ;28(7):35-46. PMID: 39097970

Article Published Date : Jul 30, 2024

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Birth: Labor & Delivery

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics

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The results of this study imply that the administration of reiki is effective in controlling preoperative anxiety levels.Jan 29, 2020

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Pubmed Data : Explore (NY). 2020 Jan 30. Epub 2020 Jan 30. PMID: 32107160

Article Published Date : Jan 29, 2020

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Anxiety: Preoperative

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Anxiety Agents

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These results suggest that Reiki exercise increased the self-efficacy and sleep quality levels and decreased the death anxiety.Sep 04, 2024

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Pubmed Data : Holist Nurs Pract. 2024 Sep 5. Epub 2024 Sep 5. PMID: 39255457

Article Published Date : Sep 04, 2024

Study Type : Human Study

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Diseases : Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Anxiety Agents

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Reiki may be a useful adjunct for children with increased stress levels and sleep disturbances secondary to their medical condition.Jun 30, 2014

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Pubmed Data : Explore (NY). 2014 Jul-Aug;10(4):253-5. Epub 2014 Feb 26. PMID: 25037669

Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2014

Study Type : Human: Case Report

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Diseases : Childhood Stress, Sleep Disorders

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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Merkel cells are multifunctional cells which may close the gap between orthodox medicine and complementary medicine such as acupuncture and Reiki.Aug 01, 2010

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Pubmed Data : Med Hypotheses. 2010 Aug;75(2):162-8. Epub 2010 Mar 1. PMID: 20189724

Article Published Date : Aug 01, 2010

Study Type : Commentary

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Therapeutic Actions : Acupuncture, Reiki Therapy

Additional Keywords : Epigenetic Modification, Merkel Cells

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Reiki is better than placebo and has broad potential as a complementary health therapy.Dec 31, 2016

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Pubmed Data : J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med. 2017 Jan 1:2156587217728644. Epub 2017 Jan 1. PMID: 28874060

Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2016

Study Type : Review

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Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Additional Keywords : Parasympathetic Effects

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The effect of reiki on pain applied to patients with cancer: A systematic review.Aug 31, 2023

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Pubmed Data : Holist Nurs Pract. 2023 Sep-Oct 01;37(5):268-276. PMID: 37595119

Article Published Date : Aug 31, 2023

Study Type : Review

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Diseases : Cancer: Pain

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

Pharmacological Actions : Analgesics, Chemotherapeutic

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There is evidence to suggest that Reiki therapy may be effective for pain and anxiety.Nov 30, 2014

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Pubmed Data : Pain Manag Nurs. 2014 Dec ;15(4):897-908. Epub 2014 Feb 28. PMID: 24582620

Article Published Date : Nov 30, 2014

Study Type : Review

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Diseases : Anxiety Disorders, Pain

Therapeutic Actions : Reiki Therapy

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The effect of reiki on pain: A meta-analysis.Apr 30, 2018

Effects of reiki session excluding the variables responsible for the placebo effect on a group of adults. Oct 30, 2020

Evaluation of the impacts of reiki touch therapy on patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia.Apr 30, 2023

Findings from this study confirm the positive and lingering effects of Reiki in women hospitalized for obstetrical and gynecological conditions. Jul 02, 2020

Findings suggest Reiki provides symptom relief for individuals receiving hemodialysis.Aug 30, 2018

Increased synchronization of the cerebral activity of the participant and the practitioner may be an important component of any subsequent beneficial effects.Jul 31, 2014

Massage and massage combined with Reiki has been shown to be effective in reducing the levels of stress and anxiety.Nov 27, 2016

Massage and reiki to reduce stress and improve quality of life.Dec 31, 2019

Reiki and companion groups reported improvements in quality of life and mood that were greater than those seen in the usual care group.Dec 31, 2014

Reiki application reduced the intensity of pain, the value of anxiety, and the breathing rate, as well as the need for and number of analgesics.May 31, 2015

Reiki applied to the incision area after a cesarean operation had beneficial effects on pain and the need for the use of analgesics.Dec 31, 2015

Reiki given to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy could be beneficial for improving symptoms and well-being.Apr 30, 2016

Reiki has therapeutic value superior to resting for treating cancer-related fatigue. Mar 01, 2007

Reiki is effective for pain control and enhancing the immune system response.Sep 18, 2024

Reiki may be an effective component in the management of surgical patients postoperative pain.Jan 31, 2016

Reiki may be beneficial to support traditional methods to manage pain and anxiety in children receiving palliative care.Feb 06, 2016

Reiki reduces the stress levels of caregivers, is effective in regulating blood pressure and pulse rate.Apr 30, 2021

Reiki was statistically significantly better than sham Reiki in reducing burnout among community mental health clinicians.Jul 31, 2015

Self-Reiki led to a significant reduction in stress levels from pre-study to post-study.Aug 31, 2015

Significant differences were observed between the experimental and treatment groups on measures of pain, depression, and anxietyJun 30, 2010

The effect of reiki intervention on fatigue and anxiety in hemodialysis patients..Dec 31, 2023

The effect of reiki on pain, functional status, and holistic well-being in patients with knee osteoarthritis.Feb 29, 2024

The effects of Reiki application on sleep and quality of life in patients with epilepsy.Sep 30, 2024

The impact of Reiki practice on episiotomy recovery and perineal pain.Jul 30, 2024

The results of this study imply that the administration of reiki is effective in controlling preoperative anxiety levels.Jan 29, 2020

These results suggest that Reiki exercise increased the self-efficacy and sleep quality levels and decreased the death anxiety.Sep 04, 2024

Reiki may be a useful adjunct for children with increased stress levels and sleep disturbances secondary to their medical condition.Jun 30, 2014

Merkel cells are multifunctional cells which may close the gap between orthodox medicine and complementary medicine such as acupuncture and Reiki.Aug 01, 2010

Reiki is better than placebo and has broad potential as a complementary health therapy.Dec 31, 2016

The effect of reiki on pain applied to patients with cancer: A systematic review.Aug 31, 2023

There is evidence to suggest that Reiki therapy may be effective for pain and anxiety.Nov 30, 2014

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